At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical assurance for high-speed rail track systems and coordinate with various engineering teams.
- Company: Join a leading firm in civil engineering, shaping Britain's rail infrastructure.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, pension scheme, and hybrid working model.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of innovative rail projects that impact the future of transport.
- Qualifications: Experience in Track engineering and knowledge of OLE and Signalling systems required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 92000 £ per year.
Salary: £90,000 - £92,000 per annum
Benefits: Pension 12%, Hybrid (3 days office)
Sector: Civil Engineering & Structures
Job Type: Perm
Region: West Midlands
Location: Birmingham
Ref #: 3631913
Post Date: 10-07-2026 05:04 PM
We are working with the client on Britain's high-speed rail infrastructure programme, and we are recruiting a Lead Project Engineer to manage technical assurance of Track Systems delivery and coordinate the technical interface with Overhead Line Electrification and Signalling.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical assurance through engineering review and submission of assurance evidence for technical stage gates
- Lead acceptance of the design, construction and commissioning contracts to ensure compliance with technical requirements, applicable standards and specifications
- Discharge the duties of Principal Designer under CDM 2015
- Discharge the duties of NEC3 Supervisor
- Communicate Track Systems technical requirements to contractors and respond to technical queries
- Provide guidance on design solutions, promoting best practice and innovative engineering techniques
- Work alongside Commercial and Project Managers to determine the impact of trends, progress and change with respect to cost and schedule
- Lead technical coordination and integration of Track contracts with interfacing contracts, station contracts and other railway systems
- Lead engagement on Environmental, Planning and Consenting deliverables
- Support Head of Track Engineering with internal and external reporting on engineering matters and risk identification and mitigation
- Manage and communicate engineering issues or change affecting Railway Systems
This is a technical assurance role. You understand how the track system works, how it integrates with OLE and Signalling, and you ensure delivery meets specification and regulatory requirement. You do not design the system, but you provide technical direction on design solutions, identify risks, and ensure contractors deliver against baseline.
The Right Candidate
- You have Track or Permanent Way engineering in your background.
- You understand track form, geometry and track systems delivery.
- You have working knowledge of OLE and Signalling systems sufficient to coordinate on interface requirements without designing either system.
- You have worked on large, complex infrastructure programmes managing multi-disciplinary interfaces.
- You understand CDM requirements and regulatory compliance in a rail environment.
- You have experience undertaking or supporting Principal Designer duties.
- You understand NEC3 contract supervision.
- You can manage contractor submissions, identify non-compliance and raise escalations clearly.
- You have experience with risk identification and management, technical stage gates and assurance activities on large complex projects.
- You have proven experience coordinating across competing project demands on complex programmes.
The contract area has some of the most exciting track work, currently at scheme design, moving to detailed design in October 2027, you will see it through to build and operation.
Lead Project Engineer – Rail Systems (Track) employer: Critical Project Resourcing Ltd
Critical Project Resourcing Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can play a pivotal role in shaping Britain's high-speed rail programme. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values collaboration and innovation, you will have ample opportunities for professional growth while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of either London or Birmingham. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the infrastructure sector while benefiting from competitive remuneration and a supportive team.
Contact Details:
Critical Project Resourcing Ltd Recruitment Team
